Tire Safety Tips; Preventing Tire Damage; Tire Safety Checklist; Changing A Flat Tire - Craftsman 220 User Manual

Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on the sidewalls of
passenger tires.
lT: The "LT" indicates the tire is for light trucks or trailers.
ST: An "ST" is an indication the tire is for trailer use only.
Max. load dual kg (lb) at kPa (psi) Cold: This information indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual, that is, when four
tires are put on each rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle).
Max. load Single kg (lb) at kPa (psi) Cold: This information indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single.
load Range: This information identifies the tire's load-carrying capabilities and
its inflation limits.

6.4.11 Tire Safety Tips

6.4.11.1 Preventing Tire damage

• Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road.
• Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway, and try not to
strike the curb when parking.

6.4.11.2 Tire Safety Checklist

• Check tire pressure regularly (at least once a month), including the spare.
• Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns on the tread, cracks, foreign objects, or
other signs of wear or trauma.
• Remove bits of glass and foreign objects wedged in the tread.
• Make sure your tire valves have valve caps.
• Check tire pressure before going on a long trip.
• Do not overload your vehicle.

6.5 Changing a Flat Tire

6.5.1 If possible, get the Trailer on level ground.
6.5.2 Keep the Trailer coupled to the Tow Vehicle and engage the Tow Vehicle's
emergency brake.
Never attempt to change the tire while trailer is in folded
position. Trailer can tip over.
Failure to heed this warning could result in property damage, seri-
ous injury and death.
WARNING